BCIC Weekly Events & Opportunities – March 31, 2016

Published on Monday, April 04, 2016

BCIC News

BCIC Ignite now open for applications

BCIC has launched BCIC Ignite,which will provide funding to accelerate commercialization of new technologies and innovations within natural resources and applied sciences in BC. Up to $300,000 can be awarded to commercializable projects that address a significant problem faced by the industry.

Apply by May 2 with your Letter of Intent for the Spring 2016 program.

BCIC is launching its new website!

We’re launching an updated website on Friday. As many of you might know, a new website means new bugs and errors.

Fundica is travelling across Canada for the 2016 Fundica Roadshow, searching for the best startups working on an innovative solution. The best pitch will receive a trip to pitch to investors in the Valley and three months of office space in San Francisco.

Attend the Victoria roadshow at VIATEC on April 13, from 8:35 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

Ismail will cover major breakthroughs occurring in a series of accelerating technologies including artificial intelligence, robotics, biotech, sensors, neuroscience, medicine and energy.

BCIC has a limited number of discount passes available. Attend the breakfast keynote for only $95 (down from $150). Attend the full conference for $695 (down from $995). Contact Kyal Irvine for passes.

11.Startup Kamloops | April 21

Celebrate the launch of Startup Kamloops, a grassroots network of tools, resources and community organizations supporting entrepreneurship in Kamloops.

Connect with community organizations that are supporting entrepreneurs, find out what resources are available to you and get involved with upcoming events and workshops in your Startup Community.

Presented by FARRIS, the 18th Annual LifeSciences BC Awards is an opportunity for the life sciences community to celebrate their work together with this year’s theme, Local Catalyst | Global Connectivity.

The event is almost sold out! Purchase your tickets before April 15 to attend.